Even Numbers
They Might Be Giants · Here Come The 123s [2008]
Even numbers, even numbers
Every other number is an even number
2, 4, 6, 8
Who do we appreciate?
10, 12, 14, 16
Skip all the numbers in between
Skip all the numbers that are not even
Leave out the odd ones
Leave out the odd; you're left with the even
Skip all the odd ones
Skip the first number and the second one's even
Skip the third and the next one's even as well
Skip the next, take the next, skip the next
Take, skip, take
You like French fries
But you don't like French fries
You've got socks on
But you don't have socks on
You're a girl, but you're a boy
Girl, boy, girl
16, 14, 12, 10
Skip our way back down again
8, 6, 4, 2
You, but not you, but you
Yes, no, yes, no, yes, no, yes, no, red, green
Red, green, red, green, red
She loves me, she loves me not, she loves me
She loves me not, she
(1) 2
(3) 4
(5) 6
(7) 8
(9) 10
(11) 12
(13) 14
(15) 16
Even Numbers
They Might Be Giants have long cultivated a reputation for blending whimsical storytelling with sophisticated musical arrangements. On their 2008 children's album Here Come The 123s, the duo explores mathematical concepts through their signature quirky lens. Even Numbers serves as an educational yet engaging track that introduces young listeners to the distinction between odd and even integers. The song fits seamlessly into the band's broader discography, which frequently tackles unconventional subjects ranging from history to science. By pairing catchy melodies with educational themes, the band ensures that complex ideas remain accessible without sacrificing their unique artistic identity. This recording stands as a testament to their ability to craft intelligent pop music that resonates with audiences of all ages while maintaining a playful, inventive spirit throughout their extensive body of work.